Countdown to September 1st vs Ball State (Top 250 Vols)

[TennesseeTarheel]

Changing the batteries in my remote now.

 

[peaygolf]

18 days……

#18 - Larry Seivers

Seivers was tall, rangy, and kinda slow-a-foot, but he had the best hands of any receiver in school history. In 1972, Seivers appeared in only one game and then was redshirted in 1973. Seeing his first real action in 1974, Seivers quickly made an impression. He led the Vols with 25 receptions, good for 325 yards and 2 TDs, but his three biggest receptions don’t count towards his numbers. His two point conversations vs Clemson and Vanderbilt earned UT a win and a tie, and his TD vs Maryland won the Liberty Bowl. In 1975, Seivers etched his name in the record books, becoming the first Vol to surpass 800 yards receiving in a season. His 41 receptions and 840 yards earned him 1st Team All-SEC and 1st Team All-American honors. In 1976, he was voted team captain and was a bright spot during a forgettable season. Larry was voted 1st Team All-SEC and was a consensus 1st Team All-American for the second year in a row. He finished the season with a then school record 51 receptions for 737 yards. When he left UT, Seivers had set school records for receptions (117) and yards (1,924.) For all the great receivers in UT history, Seivers is the only one to be named All-American twice. He was also named the SEC Athlete of the Year in 1977. Seivers was a 4th round pick by the Seahawks and then was traded to Tampa Bay, but never played in a regular season game. There have been many receivers with more talent and who have put up greater numbers, but there has never been a better WR in school history. It’s an absolute travesty that Larry Seivers isn’t in the College Football Hall of Fame!

 

[kiddiedoc]

 

[MAD]

18 days……

#18 - Larry Seivers

Seivers was tall, rangy, and kinda slow-a-foot, but he had the best hands of any receiver in school history. In 1972, Seivers appeared in only one game and then was redshirted in 1973. Seeing his first real action in 1974, Seivers quickly made an impression. He led the Vols with 25 receptions, good for 325 yards and 2 TDs, but his three biggest receptions don’t count towards his numbers. His two point conversations vs Clemson and Vanderbilt earned UT a win and a tie, and his TD vs Maryland won the Liberty Bowl. In 1975, Seivers etched his name in the record books, becoming the first Vol to surpass 800 yards receiving in a season. His 41 receptions and 840 yards earned him 1st Team All-SEC and 1st Team All-American honors. In 1976, he was voted team captain and was a bright spot during a forgettable season. Larry was voted 1st Team All-SEC and was a consensus 1st Team All-American for the second year in a row. He finished the season with a then school record 51 receptions for 737 yards. When he left UT, Seivers had set school records for receptions (117) and yards (1,924.) For all the great receivers in UT history, Seivers is the only one to be named All-American twice. He was also named the SEC Athlete of the Year in 1977. Seivers was a 4th round pick by the Seahawks and then was traded to Tampa Bay, but never played in a regular season game. There have been many receivers with more talent and who have put up greater numbers, but there has never been a better WR in school history. It’s an absolute travesty that Larry Seivers isn’t in the College Football Hall of Fame!

View attachment 480503View attachment 480504

Son of a gun, my third favorite Vol is out.

 

[Tin Man]

18 days……

#18 - Larry Seivers

Seivers was tall, rangy, and kinda slow-a-foot, but he had the best hands of any receiver in school history. In 1972, Seivers appeared in only one game and then was redshirted in 1973. Seeing his first real action in 1974, Seivers quickly made an impression. He led the Vols with 25 receptions, good for 325 yards and 2 TDs, but his three biggest receptions don’t count towards his numbers. His two point conversations vs Clemson and Vanderbilt earned UT a win and a tie, and his TD vs Maryland won the Liberty Bowl. In 1975, Seivers etched his name in the record books, becoming the first Vol to surpass 800 yards receiving in a season. His 41 receptions and 840 yards earned him 1st Team All-SEC and 1st Team All-American honors. In 1976, he was voted team captain and was a bright spot during a forgettable season. Larry was voted 1st Team All-SEC and was a consensus 1st Team All-American for the second year in a row. He finished the season with a then school record 51 receptions for 737 yards. When he left UT, Seivers had set school records for receptions (117) and yards (1,924.) For all the great receivers in UT history, Seivers is the only one to be named All-American twice. He was also named the SEC Athlete of the Year in 1977. Seivers was a 4th round pick by the Seahawks and then was traded to Tampa Bay, but never played in a regular season game. There have been many receivers with more talent and who have put up greater numbers, but there has never been a better WR in school history. It’s an absolute travesty that Larry Seivers isn’t in the College Football Hall of Fame!

View attachment 480503View attachment 480504

Another ‘70s Vol.

 

[feathersax]

18 days……

#18 - Larry Seivers

Seivers was tall, rangy, and kinda slow-a-foot, but he had the best hands of any receiver in school history. In 1972, Seivers appeared in only one game and then was redshirted in 1973. Seeing his first real action in 1974, Seivers quickly made an impression. He led the Vols with 25 receptions, good for 325 yards and 2 TDs, but his three biggest receptions don’t count towards his numbers. His two point conversations vs Clemson and Vanderbilt earned UT a win and a tie, and his TD vs Maryland won the Liberty Bowl. In 1975, Seivers etched his name in the record books, becoming the first Vol to surpass 800 yards receiving in a season. His 41 receptions and 840 yards earned him 1st Team All-SEC and 1st Team All-American honors. In 1976, he was voted team captain and was a bright spot during a forgettable season. Larry was voted 1st Team All-SEC and was a consensus 1st Team All-American for the second year in a row. He finished the season with a then school record 51 receptions for 737 yards. When he left UT, Seivers had set school records for receptions (117) and yards (1,924.) For all the great receivers in UT history, Seivers is the only one to be named All-American twice. He was also named the SEC Athlete of the Year in 1977. Seivers was a 4th round pick by the Seahawks and then was traded to Tampa Bay, but never played in a regular season game. There have been many receivers with more talent and who have put up greater numbers, but there has never been a better WR in school history. It’s an absolute travesty that Larry Seivers isn’t in the College Football Hall of Fame!

View attachment 480503View attachment 480504

Seivers could go & get it! Isn't that Gus Manning with the cigar?

 

[peaygolf]

Seivers could go & get it! Isn't that Gus Manning with the cigar?

It is Gus
And yes…..Seivers could go up and get it

 

[MAD]

18 days……

#18 - Larry Seivers

Seivers was tall, rangy, and kinda slow-a-foot, but he had the best hands of any receiver in school history. In 1972, Seivers appeared in only one game and then was redshirted in 1973. Seeing his first real action in 1974, Seivers quickly made an impression. He led the Vols with 25 receptions, good for 325 yards and 2 TDs, but his three biggest receptions don’t count towards his numbers. His two point conversations vs Clemson and Vanderbilt earned UT a win and a tie, and his TD vs Maryland won the Liberty Bowl. In 1975, Seivers etched his name in the record books, becoming the first Vol to surpass 800 yards receiving in a season. His 41 receptions and 840 yards earned him 1st Team All-SEC and 1st Team All-American honors. In 1976, he was voted team captain and was a bright spot during a forgettable season. Larry was voted 1st Team All-SEC and was a consensus 1st Team All-American for the second year in a row. He finished the season with a then school record 51 receptions for 737 yards. When he left UT, Seivers had set school records for receptions (117) and yards (1,924.) For all the great receivers in UT history, Seivers is the only one to be named All-American twice. He was also named the SEC Athlete of the Year in 1977. Seivers was a 4th round pick by the Seahawks and then was traded to Tampa Bay, but never played in a regular season game. There have been many receivers with more talent and who have put up greater numbers, but there has never been a better WR in school history. It’s an absolute travesty that Larry Seivers isn’t in the College Football Hall of Fame!

View attachment 480503View attachment 480504

1976 Playboy Preseason All-America College Football Team




OFFENSIVE TEAM: Left to right, top to bottom: Bob Lingenfelter (70), lineman, Nebraska; Don Hasselbeck (89), tight end, Colorado; Joel Parrish (67), lineman, Georgia; Mike Vaughn (79), lineman, Oklahoma; Tom Osborne, Coach of the Year, Nebraska; Rob Lytle (41), runner, Michigan; Marvin Powell (76), lineman, Southern Cal; Joe Roth (12), quarterback, California; Larry Seivers (89), receiver, Tennessee; Tony Dorsett (33), runner, Pittsburgh; Dan Beaver (3), kicker, Illinois; Ricky Bell (42), runner, Southern Cal; Leo Tierney (62), center, Georgia Tech

 

[peaygolf]

1976 Playboy Preseason All-America College Football Team
View attachment 480581



OFFENSIVE TEAM: Left to right, top to bottom: Bob Lingenfelter (70), lineman, Nebraska; Don Hasselbeck (89), tight end, Colorado; Joel Parrish (67), lineman, Georgia; Mike Vaughn (79), lineman, Oklahoma; Tom Osborne, Coach of the Year, Nebraska; Rob Lytle (41), runner, Michigan; Marvin Powell (76), lineman, Southern Cal; Joe Roth (12), quarterback, California; Larry Seivers (89), receiver, Tennessee; Tony Dorsett (33), runner, Pittsburgh; Dan Beaver (3), kicker, Illinois; Ricky Bell (42), runner, Southern Cal; Leo Tierney (62), center, Georgia Tech

I’d like to start a team with Seivers, Dorsett, and Bell……

 

[malinoisvol]

18 days……

#18 - Larry Seivers

Seivers was tall, rangy, and kinda slow-a-foot, but he had the best hands of any receiver in school history. In 1972, Seivers appeared in only one game and then was redshirted in 1973. Seeing his first real action in 1974, Seivers quickly made an impression. He led the Vols with 25 receptions, good for 325 yards and 2 TDs, but his three biggest receptions don’t count towards his numbers. His two point conversations vs Clemson and Vanderbilt earned UT a win and a tie, and his TD vs Maryland won the Liberty Bowl. In 1975, Seivers etched his name in the record books, becoming the first Vol to surpass 800 yards receiving in a season. His 41 receptions and 840 yards earned him 1st Team All-SEC and 1st Team All-American honors. In 1976, he was voted team captain and was a bright spot during a forgettable season. Larry was voted 1st Team All-SEC and was a consensus 1st Team All-American for the second year in a row. He finished the season with a then school record 51 receptions for 737 yards. When he left UT, Seivers had set school records for receptions (117) and yards (1,924.) For all the great receivers in UT history, Seivers is the only one to be named All-American twice. He was also named the SEC Athlete of the Year in 1977. Seivers was a 4th round pick by the Seahawks and then was traded to Tampa Bay, but never played in a regular season game. There have been many receivers with more talent and who have put up greater numbers, but there has never been a better WR in school history. It’s an absolute travesty that Larry Seivers isn’t in the College Football Hall of Fame!

View attachment 480503View attachment 480504

Clinton Dragon.

 

[ArdentVol]

What a way to kick off the top 25 !!!
Excellent choice here.

absolute;ly agree

 

[ArdentVol]

Seivers could go & get it! Isn't that Gus Manning with the cigar?

that's gus
think my mom mailed me the pic at bottom in her weekly clippings from the News-Sentinel and Knoxville Journal

 

[HollowaytoSeivers]

1976 Playboy Preseason All-America College Football Team
View attachment 480581



OFFENSIVE TEAM: Left to right, top to bottom: Bob Lingenfelter (70), lineman, Nebraska; Don Hasselbeck (89), tight end, Colorado; Joel Parrish (67), lineman, Georgia; Mike Vaughn (79), lineman, Oklahoma; Tom Osborne, Coach of the Year, Nebraska; Rob Lytle (41), runner, Michigan; Marvin Powell (76), lineman, Southern Cal; Joe Roth (12), quarterback, California; Larry Seivers (89), receiver, Tennessee; Tony Dorsett (33), runner, Pittsburgh; Dan Beaver (3), kicker, Illinois; Ricky Bell (42), runner, Southern Cal; Leo Tierney (62), center, Georgia Tech

I have that proudly framed in my sports room.

 

[HollowaytoSeivers]

18 days……

#18 - Larry Seivers

Seivers was tall, rangy, and kinda slow-a-foot, but he had the best hands of any receiver in school history. In 1972, Seivers appeared in only one game and then was redshirted in 1973. Seeing his first real action in 1974, Seivers quickly made an impression. He led the Vols with 25 receptions, good for 325 yards and 2 TDs, but his three biggest receptions don’t count towards his numbers. His two point conversations vs Clemson and Vanderbilt earned UT a win and a tie, and his TD vs Maryland won the Liberty Bowl. In 1975, Seivers etched his name in the record books, becoming the first Vol to surpass 800 yards receiving in a season. His 41 receptions and 840 yards earned him 1st Team All-SEC and 1st Team All-American honors. In 1976, he was voted team captain and was a bright spot during a forgettable season. Larry was voted 1st Team All-SEC and was a consensus 1st Team All-American for the second year in a row. He finished the season with a then school record 51 receptions for 737 yards. When he left UT, Seivers had set school records for receptions (117) and yards (1,924.) For all the great receivers in UT history, Seivers is the only one to be named All-American twice. He was also named the SEC Athlete of the Year in 1977. Seivers was a 4th round pick by the Seahawks and then was traded to Tampa Bay, but never played in a regular season game. There have been many receivers with more talent and who have put up greater numbers, but there has never been a better WR in school history. It’s an absolute travesty that Larry Seivers isn’t in the College Football Hall of Fame!

View attachment 480503View attachment 480504

That is quite honestly the best comment I've ever seen you post (and you've had some really good ones).

 

[peaygolf]

That is quite honestly the best comment I've ever seen you post (and you've had some really good ones).

it’s the truth, and not because he’s in my top five favorites.

 

[ArdentVol]

21 days.........

#21 - Herman Hickman

Hickman was from Johnson City and played HS football at Chattanooga Baylor before he played at Tennessee. As a first year varsity player in 1929, Hickman was an undersized Tackle and was move to guard, where his speed could benefit the Vols run game. He bulked up during the offseason, and arrived weighing 235 lbs as a junior in 1930. Blocking for greats, Bobby Dodd and Gene McEver, Hickman helped lead the Vols to a 9-1 record. His excellence on defense was apparent as well, as the Vols held their opponents to 31 points for the season. In 1931, Hickman was nothing more than a bulldozer, helping lead UT to a 9-0-1 record and a victory in the NY Charity Game vs NYU. His defensive exploits were again on display, holding teams to 15 total points and 8 shut-outs. In the NY Charity Game, NYU got to the Volunteers' 5-yard line and ran four plays right at Hickman; they surrendered the ball at the 23, and football writers scrambled to change their All-America ballots. When one said Hickman was "the best guard the South ever produced," Coach General Bob Neyland snarled, "Herman Hickman is the greatest guard football has ever known." Hickman was named All-Southern and All-American following the season. He went on to play in the NFL for the Brooklyn Dodgers from 1932-1934, and was named All-Pro in 1933. After is NFL career, Hickman became an assistant coach and was the Head Coach at Yale. He later was a television and radio analyst and broadcaster, a writer, and a professional wrestler. Hickman is considered by many to be the most famous lineman in the history of Southern football and was inducted into the College Football Hall of Fame in 1959.

View attachment 479686

he would have to be among my Dad's favorite Vols

 

[peaygolf]

17 days……

#17 - Al Wilson

Wilson, from Jackson Central Merry, arrived as a freshman in 1995 and gained immediate playing time. He played in all twelve games as a reserve LB and on special teams, making 25 tackles and one interception. In 1996, he became a starter and was second on the team with 87 tackles, including 13 vs Georgia. As a junior, Wilson emerged as one of the best players in the country, registering 83 tackles and 5 sacks, despite missing time with an ankle injury. He was named 1st Team All-SEC and became not only the physical leader of the defense, he was also the emotional leader. As 1998 rolled around, greatness was expected out of Al. He did not disappoint. Culminated by his 12 tackles and three forced fumbles in the Florida win, Wilson led a dominant defensive effort that propelled UT to the National Championship. He made 77 tackles, 4 sacks and 21 “big plays,” while missing three games due to injury. He was named 1st Team All-SEC and was the only Vol to be named 1st Team All-American in ‘98. High energy, emotional, hard hitting, and a true leader, Wilson is the epitome of what one wants in a football player. He was a 1st round pick by the Broncos in ‘99 and made five Pro Bowls in his eight year career. Wilson was inducted into the College Football Hall of Fame in 2021.

 

[Orange.]

 

[ArdentVol]

17 days……

#17 - Al Wilson

Wilson, from Jackson Central Merry, arrived as a freshman in 1995 and gained immediate playing time. He played in all twelve games as a reserve LB and on special teams, making 25 tackles and one interception. In 1996, he became a starter and was second on the team with 87 tackles, including 13 vs Georgia. As a junior, Wilson emerged as one of the best players in the country, registering 83 tackles and 5 sacks, despite missing time with an ankle injury. He was named 1st Team All-SEC and became not only the physical leader of the defense, he was also the emotional leader. As 1998 rolled around, greatness was expected out of Al. He did not disappoint. Culminated by his 12 tackles and three forced fumbles in the Florida win, Wilson led a dominant defensive effort that propelled UT to the National Championship. He made 77 tackles, 4 sacks and 21 “big plays,” while missing three games due to injury. He was named 1st Team All-SEC and was the only Vol to be named 1st Team All-American in ‘98. High energy, emotional, hard hitting, and a true leader, Wilson is the epitome of what one wants in a football player. He was a 1st round pick by the Broncos in ‘99 and made five Pro Bowls in his eight year career. Wilson was inducted into the College Football Hall of Fame in 2021.

View attachment 480886

drove to Atlanta for title game as he led Vols to championship.
the drive back home to Bama was a magic carpet ride

 

[LynchburgTNVol]

17 days……

#17 - Al Wilson

Wilson, from Jackson Central Merry, arrived as a freshman in 1995 and gained immediate playing time. He played in all twelve games as a reserve LB and on special teams, making 25 tackles and one interception. In 1996, he became a starter and was second on the team with 87 tackles, including 13 vs Georgia. As a junior, Wilson emerged as one of the best players in the country, registering 83 tackles and 5 sacks, despite missing time with an ankle injury. He was named 1st Team All-SEC and became not only the physical leader of the defense, he was also the emotional leader. As 1998 rolled around, greatness was expected out of Al. He did not disappoint. Culminated by his 12 tackles and three forced fumbles in the Florida win, Wilson led a dominant defensive effort that propelled UT to the National Championship. He made 77 tackles, 4 sacks and 21 “big plays,” while missing three games due to injury. He was named 1st Team All-SEC and was the only Vol to be named 1st Team All-American in ‘98. High energy, emotional, hard hitting, and a true leader, Wilson is the epitome of what one wants in a football player. He was a 1st round pick by the Broncos in ‘99 and made five Pro Bowls in his eight year career. Wilson was inducted into the College Football Hall of Fame in 2021.

View attachment 480886

I gifted my father with an autographed Al Wilson UT helmet. His other helmet is signed by a Vol that I believe is the best athlete to ever play QB at UT if you consider his arm, running ability, intelligence, and all the intangibles... Heath Shuler. (I'm biased.)

 

[IndianaVol]

View attachment 480888

My most favorite VOL gif of all time !!!

 

[IndianaVol]

17 days……

#17 - Al Wilson

Wilson, from Jackson Central Merry, arrived as a freshman in 1995 and gained immediate playing time. He played in all twelve games as a reserve LB and on special teams, making 25 tackles and one interception. In 1996, he became a starter and was second on the team with 87 tackles, including 13 vs Georgia. As a junior, Wilson emerged as one of the best players in the country, registering 83 tackles and 5 sacks, despite missing time with an ankle injury. He was named 1st Team All-SEC and became not only the physical leader of the defense, he was also the emotional leader. As 1998 rolled around, greatness was expected out of Al. He did not disappoint. Culminated by his 12 tackles and three forced fumbles in the Florida win, Wilson led a dominant defensive effort that propelled UT to the National Championship. He made 77 tackles, 4 sacks and 21 “big plays,” while missing three games due to injury. He was named 1st Team All-SEC and was the only Vol to be named 1st Team All-American in ‘98. High energy, emotional, hard hitting, and a true leader, Wilson is the epitome of what one wants in a football player. He was a 1st round pick by the Broncos in ‘99 and made five Pro Bowls in his eight year career. Wilson was inducted into the College Football Hall of Fame in 2021.

View attachment 480886

Oh how I wish Al would complete those last remaining credit hours and become COACH Al Wilson...he could teach LBs today so much about vision, seeing an offense, and just being aggressive.

 

[ArdentVol]

17 days……

#17 - Al Wilson

Wilson, from Jackson Central Merry, arrived as a freshman in 1995 and gained immediate playing time. He played in all twelve games as a reserve LB and on special teams, making 25 tackles and one interception. In 1996, he became a starter and was second on the team with 87 tackles, including 13 vs Georgia. As a junior, Wilson emerged as one of the best players in the country, registering 83 tackles and 5 sacks, despite missing time with an ankle injury. He was named 1st Team All-SEC and became not only the physical leader of the defense, he was also the emotional leader. As 1998 rolled around, greatness was expected out of Al. He did not disappoint. Culminated by his 12 tackles and three forced fumbles in the Florida win, Wilson led a dominant defensive effort that propelled UT to the National Championship. He made 77 tackles, 4 sacks and 21 “big plays,” while missing three games due to injury. He was named 1st Team All-SEC and was the only Vol to be named 1st Team All-American in ‘98. High energy, emotional, hard hitting, and a true leader, Wilson is the epitome of what one wants in a football player. He was a 1st round pick by the Broncos in ‘99 and made five Pro Bowls in his eight year career. Wilson was inducted into the College Football Hall of Fame in 2021.

View attachment 480886

drove through jackson this afternoon on way to STL

 

[peaygolf]

drove through jackson this afternoon on way to STL

Grew up there…….9 generations….

 

[StarRaider]

drove through jackson this afternoon on way to STL

Johnny Cash & June Carter approve this message.